Highlights

Highly original example
Handsome Mauritius Blue livery
MOT valid until April 2026
Professional leather interior upgrade

The Appeal

The BMW E30 3 Series Convertible was highly desirable in the 1980s, with production of the drop-top continuing well into the 1990s due to strong demand. It's easy to see why. This was a car with an executive-level character that perfectly balanced performance, reliability and comfort. A real all-time winner from the house of Bavaria.

This particular 1993 320i Convertible is a grand ambassador to this much-loved era. Highly original, eminently drivable and picked out in a styling Mauritius Blue, this E30 is now ready and waiting for its lucky new owner.

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History and Paperwork

First registered in the UK on 22/03/1993
The DVLA records 4 former keepers
In current ownership since 2020, purchased from a Car & Classic auction
MOT valid until April 2026
Full service history with paperwork going back to 2012
Professionally resprayed in original Mauritius Blue in 2012

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The Condition

Bodywork presents in good order
Some gentle wear to the paintwork and trims
Lacks visibility through rear window, which also has a small blemish in it
Original factory lattice alloy wheels
Continental tyres replaced in 2018
Original windscreen retained with only a small stone chip in the lower centre
Soft-top hood looks in good order
Electric tonneau cover operates correctly
Roof storage area appears free from corrosion
Interior features professionally installed grey leather upholstery
Seats carry some scuffs and marks
One hole in the passenger side of the rear bench
Gentle marks and scuffs to the plastic
Radio is not currently working
Boot appears solid
Comes with a tailor-made cover for the soft top, though some minor modification is needed in order to attach it to the car
Isolator installed to protect battery, if car only used occasionally

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The Mechanics

1,990cc straight-six petrol engine
5-speed manual transmission
Engine bay presents well
Clutch renewed in 2013 at 96,377 miles
Work in 2019 included a new driver's side lock barrel, brake discs, pads and hoses, gear gaiter, wheel centre cap and window moulding
Fuel pump and associated relays replaced in December 2019
The vendor reports that the engine is in good running order

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